TIGERS CLAW THEIR WAY INTO DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIP

MINERAL RIDGE OH- Springfield went into Wednesdays district semifinal focused and ready to take care of business. This is the stage of a tournament where teams can stumble if they look too far ahead. Springfield had their complete vision on Lisbon, and nothing else. They took care of their business and rolled to a 61-23 win.

The Tigers were led by Jacey Mullen with 15 points on the night. Grace Venturella put in a good night as well in double figures with 12. Jameka Brungard was also in double figures with Springfield with 10.

Parker Henthorne never gave up for Lisbon and led the Blue Devils in their final game of the season with 7 points.

Springfield advances to the Mineral Ridge district championship on Saturday. They’ll square up with Maplewood, and tip is set for 7:00.